Modern payment systems are evolving rapidly, reflecting the growing demand for convenient and fast financial solutions. Among traditional banking technologies, instant payment systems (IPS) stand out as the most advanced….

In October 2014, a team from Blockstream introduced the innovative concept of “pegged sidechains” in their paper, “Enabling Blockchain Innovations with Pegged Sidechains.” The aim was to improve Bitcoin’s functionality…

Digital Cash, or Dash for short, is one of the most popular privacy-oriented cryptocurrencies. Besides its emphasis on confidentiality, Dash is known for its fast transaction speeds, low fees, and…

The legal status of cryptocurrencies varies significantly from country to country. In some places, they’re treated as commodities or investment assets and are taxed, while in others, governments either ignore…